Tombola

Produced by Ruvido, an Italian bean-to-bar artisan, the Tombola bar represents a dedicated approach to small-batch chocolate making. Based in Italy, Ruvido emphasizes the raw potential of the cacao bean through precise, hands-on production methods, moving away from industrial standardization to celebrate the unique character of single-origin harvests.

The heart of this bar lies in the Trinitario cacao sourced from the Agua Escondida farm lot in Mexico. These beans are carefully fermented in wooden boxes for a full seven days before being sun-dried. In the workshop, the maker employs a light roast profile to preserve the delicate volatile compounds of the bean. Refined using a melanger, the resulting 75% dark chocolate reveals an intricate palate marked by dried fruit, earthy tobacco, and a signature balsamic acidity.

Ruvido maintains a philosophy of minimalism, allowing the quality of the raw materials to dictate the experience. The Tombola bar is crafted with a short ingredient list, restricted strictly to cocoa beans and raw cane sugar. This focused approach highlights the natural fat content and nuanced sweetness of the cacao, offering a pure reflection of the Mexican terroir without the interference of added cocoa butter or lecithin.